Estimator

CORE & MAIN LP; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 27,827 - 39,743; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical with 100% preventative care coverage

Health Savings Account

Dental and Vision

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

CORE & MAIN LP in Poughkeepsie is seeking a detail-oriented estimator to support the bidding process for various infrastructure projects. This role thrives on deadlines and problem-solving, requiring collaboration with engineers, contractors, and vendors to ensure projects meet specifications.

The ideal candidate will have experience in bid preparation, familiarity with estimation software like PlanSwift, and a solid understanding of waterworks systems to help ensure project success. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience with bid preparation or related activities is essential.
• Proficiency in estimation software, particularly PlanSwift, is desired.
• Knowledge of waterworks systems is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Understand project specifications and design plans.
• Collaborate with engineers and contractors for timely project insights.

Skills

Bid preparation or related experience

Familiarity with estimation software, like PlanSwift

Understanding of waterworks systems

Estimating experience

Industry experience preferred

Job description

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure with local service, nationwide. As a specialty distributor focusing on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets nationwide. With over 370 locations, the company delivers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main’s 5,700 associates are committed to helping communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure.

Job Overview

You thrive on the thrill of victory as you see a project come to life and to completion. You are self-driven, detail-oriented, and enjoy the flexibility of managing your day. You appreciate deadlines and can adapt to meet them. You enjoy solving problems and working with others to find solutions. This role is an integral first step in the estimating and bidding process, setting the pace for the rest of the project.

Key Responsibilities

• Be familiar with and understand project specifications and design plans.
• Work with engineers and partner with contractors and vendors to provide timely insight and consultation.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• Bid preparation or related experience
• Familiarity with estimation software, like PlanSwift
• Understanding of waterworks systems
• Industry experience preferred
• Estimating experience

Benefits

• Medical with 100% preventative care coverage
• Health Savings Account
• Dental and Vision
• 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement and Tuition Grants
• Continued learning opportunities through onsite training facility and extensive online catalog
• Professional development and industry networking opportunities, e.g., Women’s Network and community engagement events

Pay

$20.20 - $28.85 per hour

EEO Statement

Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment is based solely on merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. The company does not discriminate on any protected characteristic. For more information, visit https://www.eeoc.gov.